The Wisdom of Morrie by Morrie Schwartz
34.99 NZD
Category: Biographies | Reading Level: near fine
From the eponymous subject of the beloved classic Tuesdays with Morrie comes an insightful, poignant masterpiece on staying vibrant and connected for life. 'Beautiful ...Those lucky enough to read this book will be inspired.' Deepak Chopra Who am I really? What have I done? What is important and meaning ...Show more
The Queen 1926-2022 - In Her Own Words by Orange Hippo!
16.99 NZD
Category: Biographies | Series: The\Little Books of People Ser.
The 170 quotes inside capture Queen Elizabeth II's personal reflections on everything from history, world affairs and the monarchy to service, sacrifice and the family.
Wanderlust: An Eccentric Explorer, an Epic Journey, a Lost Age by Reid Mitenbuler
39.99 NZD
Category: Biographies
The mesmerizing, larger-than-life tale of an eccentric adventurer who traversed some of the greatest frontiers of the twentieth century, from uncharted Arctic wastelands to the underground resistance networks of World War II. Deep in the Arctic wilderness, Peter Freuchen awoke to find himself buried al ...Show more
The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music by Dave Grohl
28.99 NZD
Category: Biographies
THE SUNDAY TIMES NO 1 BESTSELLER * ONE OF NME's BEST MUSIC BOOKS OF 2021 * ONE OF VARIETY'S BEST MUSIC BOOKS OF 2021 * INCLUDED IN AUDIBLE'S BEST OF THE YEAR LISTSo, I've written a book. Having entertained the idea for years, and even offered a few questionable opportunities ('It's a piece of cake ...Show more
Always Going Home - Lauris and Frances Edmond, A mother-and-daughter story by Frances Edmond
40.00 NZD
Category: Biographies | Reading Level: near fine
Always Going Home is the compelling personal story of Frances Edmonds relationship with her beloved, complicated, difficult mother, the award-winning poet Lauris Edmond (19242000). This book takes a more intimate look at areas of Lauriss private life than have been detailed in previous family histories ...Show more
Transformer: A Story of Glitter, Glam Rock & Loving Lou Reed by Simon Doonan
36.99 NZD
Category: Biographies
"Simon Doonan’s hilarious cultural commentary meets Lou Reed’s poetic rock gravitas. Warhol, Bowie, electroshock, conflict, surprises, sequins— this book is truly a walk on the wild side, with my very favorite humorist as our guide!"—Ariel Levy, bestselling author of The Rules Do Not Apply and Female C ...Show more
A Private Spy: The Letters of John le Carré 1945-2020 by John le Carré
40.00 NZD
Category: Biographies
A collection of letters from John le Carré, one of the greatest British novelists of our time, and a fabulous letter writer, spanning decades from his childhood, to the Cold War to his final years John le Carré was one of the greatest novelists of his generation. He also had an extraordinary life. A Pr ...Show more
Going with the Boys: Six Extraordinary Women Writing from the Front Line by Judith Mackrell
24.99 NZD
Category: Biographies
'They were not just reporters; they were also pioneers, and Judith Mackrell has done them proud.' Spectator'This is a book that manages to be thoughtful and edge-of-your-seat thrilling.' Mail on Sunday'Like the copy filed by her subjects, it is an essential read.' BBC History MagazineOn the front lines ...Show more
The Lotus Eaters by Emily Clements
39.99 NZD
Category: Biographies
Since childhood, Emily Clements' sense of self had always been shaped by the opinions of others and her need to be liked. When a stand-off with her best friend sees nineteen-year-old Emily stranded in Vietnam, she is alone for the first time and adrift in a new environment. With seemingly nothing to l ...Show more
From Cradle to Stage: Stories from the Mothers Who Rocked and Raised Rock Stars by Virginia Hanlon Grohl
27.99 NZD
Category: Biographies
Virginia Grohl, mother of Dave Grohl, had not seen any of it coming. Not the arenas of screaming fans, not Nirvana or the Foo Fighters, not the induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and certainly not her son, Dave, performing with Sir Paul McCartney at The White House. Theirs had always been a ...Show more
Rafa Nadal (Illustrated biography): The King of the Court by Dominic Bliss
45.00 NZD
Category: Biographies
Rafa - the King of Clay is an illustrated biography of one of the all time greats, one of tennis's Big 3, Rafa Nadal - a telegenic, charismatic sportsman with worldwide appeal. This book is the complete guide to one of the greatest tennis players of the 21st century, winner of 20 grand slam men's single ...Show more
The Combat Doctor by Dan Pronk
39.99 NZD
Category: Biographies
'I had seen dozens of people die horrible deaths ... This time was different. This time it was a friend of mine dying in the dirt in front of me, and it was my job to save him.' Dr Dan Pronk served on over 100 combat missions in Afghanistan as a frontline special forces combat doctor, where the casualti ...Show more